Dowel Wrist Stars

Exercise Overview

This is a multidirectional wrist and forearm strengthening exercise. While seated, hold onto one end of a dowel/broomstick while supporting the forearm with your thigh. From here move the wrist as to draw a star shape with the tip of the broomstick. For maximally intensity attempt to create the largest movements possible while drawing the star.

Muscles Involved

Common Wrist FlexorsCommon Wrist ExtensorsPronator QuadratusPronator TeresSupinator

Related Conditions

Golfer’s Elbow / Medial EpicondylitisTennis Elbow / Lateral EpicondylitisDorsal Wrist ImpingementTFCC tear

Equipment Needed

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